Turning scientific thinking into business gold

In conversation with Dr. Suji Sanjeevan

What happens when a medical researcher becomes an entrepreneur?

Dr. Suji Sanjeevan made the leap and built an international fragrance business, pitched on Shark Tank, and now chairs the Victorian Small Business Ministerial Council.

Join us this November as Jenny Bevis sits down with Suji for an inspiring conversation about her incredible journey from research to entrepreneurship, blending science, creativity, and business growth.

Key takeaways:

From research to risk-taking: How a scientist’s mindset evolved into an entrepreneur’s vision
Building a global business: Turning a creative idea into an international success story
Inside Shark Tank: The reality of pitching your dream to investors on national TV
Championing small business: Advocating for the entrepreneurs driving Victoria’s economy

Event details:

📅 Date: Thursday, 27 November 2025

⏰ Time: 2-3pm

📍 Location: Online via Zoom (free)

Meet the presenter:

Suji Sanjeevan

Dr. Suji Sanjeevan is a Melbourne-based doctor turned ambiance innovator. A King's College London graduate, she co-founded a fragrance house in 2015 with her husband, Dr. Jeeva Sanjeevan. Their company operates through LIGHT + GLO (premium fragrances) and BrandScent (scent marketing agency), serving global brands and now pioneering scent-AI integration in healthtech and gaming.

Suji chairs the Victorian Small Business Ministerial Council, advocating for small business owners statewide. Her mission: craft products that inspire, delight, and deliver therapeutic impact.

Is this webinar for me?

This masterclass is for anyone considering a career pivot, growing a small business, or seeking inspiration from an unconventional path from research to global entrepreneurship.

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